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STORM Storm SP Range A three machine range ofpowerful and high quality VMCs to give you the flexibility to meet all your job shop requirements. Storm SV Range ֖ Two top of the range, extremelyhigh speed, high accuracy Machining Centres for mould, medical and aerospace applications. Storm SH Range Four Vertical MachiningCentres that will give you the accurate, high speedmachining - that you demand. Storm SD Range ֖ A two machine range of Heavy Duty Box way performers featuring a 50 taper geared head. > three size="-1">

The Storm SP product line delivers high levels of cutting performance coupled with excellentaccuracy and reliability. This three machine range provides superb value to the Job ShopӔ market and the Colchester-Harrison brand guarantees excellent value and performance supported by a World wide network of customer support. > i MC, Anilam 6000i and Siemens 820Dcontrol options.Extra wide Y axis.ՕModern ergonomic design for ease of operation. Օ10,000 rpm Spindle (12,000 optional). Fast 24 position Dual Arm Toolchanger to reduce cycle time andimprove productivity. ՕSimple Chip evacuation system for quick...

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The Storm SH Range supplies the higher performance required for all productionenvironments world - wide. The optional 12,000 rpm spindle coupled with the 36m per minute rapid traverse rates dramatically reduces cycle times while maintaining rugged cutting performance. The 24 position Dual arm tool changer and chip evacuation system completes the standard features of this superb performance package. > 10,000 rpm spindle (12,000/15,000 rpm optional).Օ i MC and the Anilam 6000i control options. 36m/min rapid traverse. ՕFast 24 position Dual Arm Toolchanger to reduce cycle timesand improve your productivity...

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The Storm SV range provides the highest spindle speeds - up to 15,000 rpm along with thefastest rapids up to 48 metres per minute available from Colchester-Harrison. This powerful combination of features guarantees the highest production levels possible while maintaining maximum part accuracy. > ֕High precision and high accuracy guaranteed as all machines are manufactured under constant temperature and humidity conditions.3 Axis ballscrew holder and motor holder are precisely groundto guarantee high precision.Օ 30 tool Dual Arm tool changer with an optional arm type 24 toolATC plus quick change...

Large ceramic ball bearingsimprove the rigidity of the spindle structure. This unique design, with 4 extra coolant injectors means thatchips are removed quickly from the cutting tool/workpiece area toreduce heat build up. Extra heavy Meehanite castiron base and saddle ensuressuperior rigidity, wearresistance and vibration and thermal absorptionnecessary for heavy loads and high speed traverses. No counter balance of anykind is required with the over capacity Z axis brake motor which enhances axis feed speed and precisepositioning.THK LM heavy duty type45mm width guideways plusover sized guideblocks...

These superior Storm SD Vertical Machining Centres are perfect for complex mould contours,heavy precision cutting and box type components as the headstock can achieve low speeds with remarkably high torque. They are particularly versatile when machining difficult materials such as tool steel and alloys. > A heavy duty or high speed spindle can be selecteddependant on your specific requirements.Օ Due to the extremely rigid box type construction with diagonalribs, vibration is virtually eliminated which increases both cuttingperformance and finish quality. i MC control for quality, high performance...

The 50 Taper Geared HeadSpindle utilises Ceramicbearings for long life andheavy loads. The same ceramic bearing is also usedin the optional 13,000 rpmmotorised spindle.The 50 taper gear driventool changer provides high reliability with very fast toolchange times. The geared tool changer has amaximum tool weight of20kg with a tool to toolchange time of 1.9 seconds. Temperature controlledcoolant is circulated through the drilled ball screws. This system providesconsistent thermal control throughout the machining day regardless of machinecutting conditions. The massive heavily ribbedcolumn and base...

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